Status:
valid
Authors:
Barneby
Source:
tro
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Brittonia45: 331 (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001248890
Common Names
- Mimosa murex
- Mimosa murex var. murex
- Mimosa murex var. setuliseta
Description
Mimosa murex (also called Murex Mimosa, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Mexico and Central America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It has pink or white flowers and small, hairy pods.
Uses & Benefits
Mimosa murex is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as a hedge or screen plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mimosa murex has small, yellow flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mimosa murex is a shrub that can be propagated from seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.
Where to Find Mimosa murex
Mimosa murex can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.
Mimosa murex FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mimosa murex?
Mimosa murex
What is the common name of Mimosa murex?
Murex Mimosa
What is the natural habitat of Mimosa murex?
Dry forests of Central America
Species in the Mimosa genus
Mimosa bimucronata,
Mimosa busseana,
Mimosa elliptica,
Mimosa invisa,
Mimosa latispinosa,
Mimosa mossambicensis,
Mimosa pigra,
Mimosa polydactyla,
Mimosa pudica,
Mimosa rubicaulis,
Mimosa scabrella,
Mimosa suffruticosa,
Mimosa antioquensis,
Mimosa lepidophora,
Mimosa parvifoliolata,
Mimosa acapulcensis,
Mimosa aculeaticarpa,
Mimosa adenocarpa,
Mimosa affinis,
Mimosa albolanata,
Mimosa alleniana,
Mimosa amambayensis,
Mimosa apodocarpa,
Mimosa argillotropha,
Mimosa aspera,
Mimosa bahamensis,
Mimosa barrancana,
Mimosa barretoi,
Mimosa benthamii,
Mimosa berroi,
Mimosa brachystachya,
Mimosa brevipetiolata,
Mimosa caerulea,
Mimosa cainguensis,
Mimosa calcicola,
Mimosa calliandroides,
Mimosa callithrix,
Mimosa campicola,
Mimosa canahuensis,
Mimosa candelabrum,
Mimosa coelocarpa,
Mimosa colombiana,
Mimosa congestifolia,
Mimosa corynadenia,
Mimosa cubatanensis,
Mimosa cuzcoana,
Mimosa cyclophylla,
Mimosa deamii,
Mimosa dryandroides,
Mimosa dutrae,
Species in the Fabaceae family